Breaking: Multiple shark warnings issued as whale carcass washes up on City Beach
Several sharks are spotted circling in the area after local surf lifesavers found the whale carcass this morning.
Perth's City Beach has been inundated with multiple shark warnings following the arrival of a whale carcass on the popular swimming spot. Local authorities have spotted several sharks circling the area, prompting the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) to issue alerts. The carcass, whose species and size remain unknown, could potentially attract more sharks to shore, according to DPIRD.
Two white sharks, measuring 5 and 4 meters, were observed 10 meters offshore just an hour after the carcass was discovered. Additionally, a 3.5-meter unidentified species and a 2.5-meter shark were reportedly seen circling the area. The SharkSmart website has issued several alerts, urging beachgoers to exercise caution and adhere to any beach closures.
The incident comes just a fortnight after a fatal shark attack at Sorrento beach, where swimmer Greg O'Neill was killed by a large great white while swimming near the shore. The Town of Cambridge, responsible for managing the carcass, has been contacted for further comment.
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